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It remains to be seen whether the fourth-generation Camaros become collectors' items, but if you're looking for the one to keep for posterity, this 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible would be an excellent choice. Packing the full SLP upgrade, an awesome black-on-black color combination, and enough performance to be a threat, even 15 years later, well, it's easy to see why fans of these cars are growing by the day.

Showing just 20,808 original miles, this ultra-clean Camaro gets the highest praise we can offer: it's almost new. It's shocking to think this car is now 16 years old, but looking at the shiny black paint it's easy to transport yourself back a decade or so when the Camaro was prowling the streets. The SS package added the big hood scoop, which is more than just a styling element, and the Camaro's final facelift made it look more sophisticated and less like a backyard brawler. The composite body panels obviously don't rust or wrinkle, so they're in great shape, and panel fit is remarkably good all around, a testament to GM's quality control on the F-bodies. Subtle red-outlined SS badges are your only other tipoff that this is a top-of-the-line car, although the slightly more aggressive rear spoiler is a pretty good indicator but by the time you've seen it, it's already too late. Tinted glass only enhances the sinister disposition, and aside from the silver wheels, there's no bright work to speak of, so nobody will confuse this for anything but a predator.

Black leather really is the only sensible choice on a car like this, and aside from minor comfort marks on the driver's chair, it looks almost new. The deeply sculpted buckets are comfortable and supportive, so the Camaro is ready to play, but you can also hang out in here all day on a long road trip and not feel beat up. That's all part of the Camaro's magic. You'll note that the SS came loaded with just about every option GM could think of, including power windows, locks, mirrors, and seats, cruise control, ice cold A/C, and a powerful AM/FM/CD stereo. It's a 6-speed manual, which is somewhat rare in these cars but really is the one you want to keep for posterity, and with a top that goes down, it's a fantastic warm weather toy. That black canvas convertible top fits well and remains in excellent condition, and stows itself with the touch of a button, where it vanishes under a neat fitting boot.

The Corvette-based LS1 V8 was supposedly de-tuned for use in the Camaro, but performance strongly suggests that it was belting out the same 345 horsepower as the 'Vette. Regardless of the number, this one has been upgraded only with an SLP cold air intake system, which probably adds a few ponies, and it's a fantastic runner. It's been properly maintained from Day One and like all LS-based engines, it's virtually indestructible and ready to rock at a moment's notice. The SS's upgraded suspension puts the power to good use and all Camaros had decent 4-wheel disc brakes to keep things under control. The underside is extremely clean and shows no signs of foul weather use, and there's an oversized exhaust system with a transverse Flowmaster muffler in back that gives it an awesome soundtrack. Handsome alloy wheels were lighter than the standard wheels and were probably installed by the dealer, and they wear 275/40/17 BFGoodrich radials.

Like we said, future Camaro collectors will probably want an LS1-powered SS in their collection. Until then, you can enjoy this one for a very reasonable price. Call today!